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Personal assistance will be allowed only at official refreshment posts and in an area specifically reserved for this

purpose. You must follow the trail planned inside the refreshment points even if you do not want to stop there. It

is forbidden to accompany or be accompanied along any part the race route by a person not registered for the

race, except where the start/finish is located.

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Friday 26.07

16h - 21hOpening of the Village Trail

17h - 21hDistribution of race-bibs for all

races

Saturday 27.07

From 5h30Distribution of race-bibs for

MXALPS, MXSKY, MXFAMILY & MXKIDS

08hStart MXALPS

From 8h30Distribution of race-bibs for

Freddie’s Night & Queen’s Night

09h30 - 21hOpening of the Village Trail

Foodtruck until 22h

10h15 & 10h30Start MXKIDS

10h50Start MXFAMILY

11hStart MXSKY

11h30Podium MXKIDS

13h - 13h45Concert Alejandro Reyes

Rochers de Naye

Saturday 27.07

~14hFirst finishers MXALPS MXSKY

& MXFAMILY

14h45 - 16h15Concert Mark Kelly

Montreux

17h - 18h15Concert Pat Burgener

Montreux

18h30Podium MXALPS, MXSKY

MXFAMILY

20h15 - 22h15Concert Queen Legend Tribute

Montreux

20h30Start Freddie’s Night

21h30Start Queen’s Night

~22hFirst finishers Freddie’s Night &

Queen’s Night

23h30 Podium Freddie’s Night &

Queen’s Night

PROGRAM

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MAP OF MONTREUX

TOILETTES

BAGS DROP-OFF

Grand-Rue

Quai de la Rouvenaz

Village Trail

Vevey

Villeneuve

FIN

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SHOWERSCollège Etraz, at 300m

(bags pick-up)

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BIB

SVOLONTEERS

SHUTTLEPARKING

TRONCHENAZ(at 100m)

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CATERING

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MASSAGES

RACE BIBS ACCESS& CONCERTS

BAGS DROP-OFFFREDDIE’S &

QUEEN’S

FINISHER,CONGRATS !

RACE BIBS ACCESS& CONCERTS

BÉNÉVOLES

RACE BIBS

Bar

Food

Exhibitors

Stage

Race bibs

Bag drop-off

Catering

Volonteers area

Shuttle

WC

Medical assistance

Informations

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SCHEDULE OF CONCERTSDay

ZONES 8h 9h 10h 11h 12h 13h 14h 15h 16h 17h 18h

PLACE DU MARCHÉ, MONTREUX Mark Kelly Pat Burgener

CUBLYMichaël et Valentin Conus

LA CERGNIAULE New Bop Trio Sambaline Cor des Alpes

COL DE JAMANThe Echoes of Django

The Echoes of Django The Ratracks

BUVETTE JAMANMichaël et Va-lentin Conus New Bop Trio

ROCHERS DE NAYE Greg LewisAle-

jandro Reyes

COL DE CHAUDECor des Alpes

CHEVALLEYRECor des Alpes Sambaline Matanzas

SONCHAUX Loopzila Enchanteurs de rêves

Sunday Gospel Singers

HAUTS DE CAUX (LE COUCOU) La vie en Live

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Alejandro ReyesRochers de Naye

It is at Les Rochers de Naye,

in a sublime landscape, that

Alejandro Reyes will offer

us a magnificent concert at

13h00! The talented Latino -

who played at the Montreux

Jazz Festival and also as

the opening act for Johnny

Halliday - will delight runners

and supporters alike!

Mark KellyPlace du Marché

Folk, blues, reggae or soul,

are what will flow in Mark

Kelly’s veins as he enters the

Montreux stage at 14h45. A

stage animal, the coolest of

the Swiss bearded men, will

be performing in a trio to our

greatest pleasure!

Pat BurgenerPlace du Marché

Pro snowboarder, Pat

Burgener is also a musician!

As gifted on his snowboard

as passionate about his

guitar, find Pat’s lively folk

music at 16h30 at the Place

du Marché in Montreux!

ZONES 20h 21h 22h 23h

PLACE DU MARCHÉ, MONTREUX Queen Legend Tribute

FONTAINE Matanzas

TUNNEL The Ratracks

SONZIER The Echoes of Django

CHARIOT(3 KM)

Sunday Gospel Singers

CHICANNEEnchan-teurs de

rêves

AZOTCor des Alpes

CUBLY(6 KM) Boombox

LES AVANTS New Bop Trio

GORGES 1 (MAISON ÉLECTRIQUE) Loopzila

GORGES 2 (THE CAVERN) Boombox

QUAI (900M AVANT FINISH) Greg

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1. START & FINISH MONTREUX

2. REFRESHMENT COL DE CHAUDE

3. REFRESHMENT HAUT DE CAUX

4. REFRESHMENT SONCHAUX - PLAN DE LA GOILLE

5. REFRESHMENT CUBLY

6. REFRESHMENT COL DE JAMAN

7. REFRESHMENT LA CERGNIAULAZ

TOUTES LES COURSES MXALPS MXALPS MXSKY MXFA-MILY

MXALPS Freddie’s Night MXALPS MXSKY MXFA-MILY

MXALPS MXSKY MXFA-MILY

Car parking (see page 17) Narrow road, limited parking possibilities

Car parking (not free) Car parking at l’Auberge de Sonchaux

Access on foot only Car parking on site About 20 parking spaces are available (no parking in the places reserved for the Auberge’s guests!)

10 min from themotorway exit A9

10 min from the trainstation gare

45 minutes from Montreux. Small road from Villeneuve. Follow Sonchaux.

1h10 to Les Rochersof Naye

20 min from Montreux

30 min from Montreux

25 min de Montreux

2h from Villeneuve

3.6 km from les Avants 30 min from Montreux

1h30 from le Molard

Les Avants: 30 min from MontreuxVallon de Villard: 25 min from Montreux

It is an extraordinary start and finish of the race passing by the Lake Geneva and under the watchful eye of Freddie Mercury.

After 37 km of running the Col de Chaude is the third refreshment post of MXALPS. It is located between Les Rochers de Naye and Pertuis d’Aveneyre

It offers panoramic views on the Lake Geneva. It is easily accessible and a good starting point for the walks in the Gorges du Chauderon and many other alpine walks.

Located 1.3 km from the Auberge de Sonchaux and with a breathtaking view of Lake Geneva, the refreshment post of Plan la Goille is a must see during the MXALPS race.

This refreshment spot is located at the top of the stairs of the belvédère su Cubly.

It is located between the Cape au Moine and the Dent de Jaman, a must-see place with a splendid view of Lake Geneva and the foothills of the Alps. The road is narrow, beware of crossings.

This refreshment spot is located next to the Auberge de la Cergniaulaz. We advise you to go there early (before 9am for the MXALPS, before 11am for the MXSKY). Be careful, a small part of the road will be used by the runners.

What to do around there?The runners will go through the old town of Montreux, a charming place with cafés and old houses. You will be surprised by this other view of Montreux.

What to do around there?After seeing the runners pass by at the Col de Chaude, you can meet them at the Sonchaux refreshment post.

Attention : there’s no refreshment post for the audience at the Col de Chaude.

What to do around there?In addition to the many walks, a typical restaurant, the Cuckoo Clock will allow you to refresh yourself and enjoy an exceptional setting.A beer & sausage at CHF 10 will be offered to all accompanying persons.

What to do around there?Eat a homemade pie at the Auberge de Sonchaux before going up to Plan la Goille to encourage the runners and see the paragliders taking off.

What to do around there?Venez admirer un magnifique Come and admire a magnificent panorama view on the Riviera as well as on the whole Lake Geneva. And enjoy a refreshing moment at 1157 m.

What to do around there?A superb hike allows you to reach the sumptuous Dent de Jaman in about 1 hour. A great experience while waiting for the runners or after their passage! There’s a possibility to treat yourself with mountain specialities at the restaurant Le Manoïre (reservation recommended: 021 964 63 30).

What to do around there?Quench your thirst and enjoy the market cuisine of the charming Auberge de la Cergniaulaz, while encouraging the runners.

www.montreux.ch www.coucoumontreux.com www.aubergedesonchaux.ch www.restaurantmontreux.ch/manoire-col-de-jaman/

www.lacergniaulaz.ch

8. REFRESHMENT LES AVANTS

9. REFRESHMENT SONZIER

10. POINT OF INTEREST GORGES DU CHAUDERON

Freddie’s Night Queen’s Night MXALPS MXSKY MXFAMILY Freddie’s Night Queen’s Night

20 min from Montreux

25 min from Montreux gare. Leaving every hour.

10 min from Montreux, via the road of Sonzier.

45 min from la Place du Marché of Montreux

15 min from Montreux until Glion-Alpes, then 20 min on foot

15 min from Montreux until Sonchaux, then 15 min on foot

The refreshment post is located in front of the Avants train station. A lovely place to encourage the riders one last time before they head for the Gorges du Chauderon.

This refreshment post is located along the road to the Pont de Pierre, just next to the reservoir.

Gorges du Chauderon are just a few minutes away from the historic centre of Montreux, and they will bring you the atmosphere of Reunion Island.

What to do around there?There’s a funicular ride from Les Avants to Sonloup. The funicular, built in 1910 (and recently renovated), is worth a look.

What to do around there?Admire the thriving nature when walking up to the Portes de Glion. Also, every Sunday, you can enjoy a lovely gourmet break among the goats of the Chauderon Gourmand.

www.goldenpass.ch www.mjmservices.ch

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ROCHERS DE NAYE LAVAUX FÊTE DES

VIGNERONSLE MUSÉE

OLYMPIQUE

LE COUCOU HÔTEL &

RESTAURANTAccess by train only Car parking at Saint-Saphorin Access by public transport strongly

recommendedParking on site Parking on site

55 min by train from Montreux 15 min from Montreux 10 min by train from Montreux

30 min by train from Montreux

35 min from Montreux

Quai d’Ouchy 1,1006 Lausanne

30 min by train from Montreux

15 min depuis Montreux

From Montreux, the cogwheel train brings you to Les Rochers-de-Naye (2042 m) in 55 minutes, passing from the shores of Lake Geneva to the picturesque mountain landscapes. The little train reveals dazzling views when travelling along the mountains.

Don’t miss Alejandro Reyes’ concert at Les Rochers-de-Naye at 1pm..

Go hiking in one of the most beautiful landscapes in Switzerland: the terraced vineyards of Lavaux. Vineyards are a part of UNESCO heritage. Offer yourself stunning views when waking the small paths and visiting typical wine-growing villages. After your efforts on the MX Trail, find your own pace by taking small-wheeled trains or simply walking and enjoying.

A popular celebration, the Fête des Vignerons has been organised since the 18th century by the Confrérie des Vignerons. The primary purpose of this centuries-old event is to encourage and promote the cultivation of the grapevine, particularly in Lavaux UNESCO. Located on the Place du Marché in Vevey, it takes place only four times a century!

Overlooking Lake Geneva, the Olympic Museum of Lausanne, the headquarters of the Olympic movement, will take you on a journey back in time. You will discover vibrant exhibitions and the interactivity of the place will allow young and less young to find their pleasure.

Le Coucou Hôtel & Restaurant is a traditional Swiss chalet located at an altitude of 1150m in Caux/Montreux. Renowned for its high altitude restau-rant, its terrace with panoramic views over Lake Geneva and the Alps and its seven unique rooms, all unique and made of old wood. Le Coucou has been completely renovated using materials from alpine farms several hundred years old.

www.goldenpass.ch www.montreuxriviera.com www.fetedesvignerons.ch www.olympic.org/musee www.coucoumontreux.com

© Sébastien Closuit © Fête des VigneronsBrönnimann-Gottreux Architectes

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MONTREUXSTART & FINISH

HAUT DE CAUXREFRESHMENT

COL DE CHAUDEREFRESHMENT

SONCHAUX - PLAN DE LA GOILLEREFRESHMENT 5 6CUBLY

REFRESHMENTCOL DE JAMANREFRESHMENT

© Maude Rion

© Montreux Riviera

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GORGES DU CHAUDERONPOINT OF INTEREST

LES AVANTSREFRESHMENT

SONZIERREFRESHMENT

© Goldenpass.com

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THANK YOU!

This third edition, created from scratch by a team of 100% volunteer enthusiasts,

was only possible with the trust shown by the municipalities of Montreux, Veytaux,

Villeneuve. We extend our gratitude to the unconditional support of the village of

Les Avants as the organisation of trail races becomes more and more competitive.

We thank immensely to the Canton of Vaud to support our ideas to promote

various municipalities in addition to showcasing our magnificent region as a whole.

We dedicate special thank you words to the three municipalities our event

passes through and their invaluable logistical support. The immense interest for

this «100% vaudois trail race» as well as the originality of specific race formats

is reflected in the enthusiasm of companies and institutions that have followed

«our little grain of madness» and supported us from the very beginning of the

organisation of this event. We want to thank: Montreux Vevey Tourisme as well

the Commune of Montreux, the MOB, Compressport, Energiapro, Migros Vaud,

Isostar, Prodio Light and QoQa.

Of course, we could not finish these words without thanking wholeheartedly to our

volunteers who work behind the scenes or in the spotlight to make this event a real

success. It is thanks to their availability and energy behind that the Montreux Trail

Festival has been made possible.

YOU ROCK! THANK Y’ALL!

ENJOY 2019 AND

SEE YOU NEXT YEAR,

JULY 24-26, 2020.

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Association dénivelé positi fCédric Agassis & Diego Pazos

co-présidents

Route de Pierre-Ozaire 2B

1073 Savigny (Suisse)

+41 (0) 79 703 34 76

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